Global
Global: DNA Partners Acquires SIC Biometrics to Enhance Market Position
DNA Partners has acquired SIC Biometrics, a company with 25 years of experience in biometric systems, aiming to accelerate innovation and solidify its ...
News
Nigeria: Jumia Appoints Former PalmPay Executive Anthony Mbagwu to Lead Fintech Arm JumiaPay
E-commerce leader Jumia has announced the appointment of Anthony Mbagwu, a former executive at PalmPay, as the new managing director of its fintech ...
Africa
Africa: Cassava Technologies launches its own Artificial Intelligence (AI) business unit, Cassava AI
LONDON, United Kingdom, August 1, 2024/ — Developing Markets technology systems integrator Cassava Technologies (Cassava) (www.CassavaTechnologies.com) has announced that its AI activities will ...
Africa
Africa: Google for Startups Accelerator Africa Unveils 8th Cohort Focused on AI Innovations
Google for Startups Accelerator Africa has announced its 8th cohort, showcasing 10 pioneering startups from Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, and South Africa. These startups ...
Ghana
Ghana Launches Blockchain-Based Credentials and CBDC for Enhancing Global Trade
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has successfully completed a proof-of-concept (PoC) exploring the use of digital credentials and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) ...
Global
Global: Indonesia Unveils Integrated Channels for Digital ID Issuance and Authentication
Indonesia is enhancing its digital identity infrastructure with the launch of two integrated channels designed to streamline digital service access for its citizens. ...
News
Nigeria: Zenith Bank Shares Drop as Investors React to Capital Raising Plans
Zenith Bank Plc’s market value has experienced a notable decline, falling by over 2% on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), following the announcement of ...
Kenya
Kenya’s Inflation Rate Declines to 4.3% in July
Kenya’s inflation rate decreased to 4.3% year-on-year in July, down from 4.6% in June, according to data released by the national statistics office ...
Global
Global: UAE Residents Can Now Trade Cryptocurrency Directly Through Bank Accounts
UAE residents can now directly convert their dirhams into Bitcoin and Ether, thanks to a new integration by the crypto exchange M2. This ...
Egypt
Egypt: Cartona Secures $8.1 Million in Series A Extension to Accelerate Growth Across Egypt and MENA
Cartona, the leading B2B e-commerce marketplace based in Egypt, has successfully closed an $8.1 million Series A extension round. This new funding will ...